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[Event] Appellate Advocacy Seminar - November 6th - 8th, Las Vegas, NV

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Join us in fabulous Las Vegas for a program that will benefit all attorneys involved in appeals. Sessions will include discussions on building an appellate practice, practical advice for presenting a persuasive appellate...more

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Word Limits and Page Limits are Real: The Rules Against “Incorporating Arguments by Reference”

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You might think 50 pages or 12,300 words, in the Virginia Court of Appeals, or 30 pages or 13,000 words, in the federal courts of appeals, would be more than enough space for a lawyer to get out an argument. If you do, you’re...more

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Virginia Court of Appeals Expounds on Trial Court’s Jurisdiction Pending Appeal in Related Litigation

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The expanded subject matter jurisdiction of the Virginia Court of Appeals that took effect on January 1 of this year has rightfully been the subject of well-deserved attention among litigators in the Commonwealth....more

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Lawyers Scolded but Not Sanctioned for Violating Federal Circuit’s COVID-19 Rules

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The US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit decided not to impose sanctions for violation of its COVID-19 restrictions on the number of counsel permitted to attend oral argument, citing the involved lawyers’ “earnest...more

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So Your Client Lost at Trial: What Are Your Ethical Obligations With Respect to a Civil Appeal?

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Consider the following: After years of litigation, the jury has found against your client, entering a money judgment against her. Even before the jurors have left the courtroom, she turns to you and asks: “What are we going...more

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Virginia Court of Appeals: From Inception to Expansion

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In Article VI of the Constitution of Virginia, the judicial power of the Commonwealth is vested in the Virginia Supreme Court and in “other courts of original or appellate jurisdiction subordinate to the Supreme Court as the...more

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A Trap for the Unwary: Defaulting Related, but Different, Issues on Appeal

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Evans v. Evans has rightly received attention for its helpful discussion of when notice by publication is permitted. Less prominently featured, but as important for appellate practitioners, is the Supreme Court’s discussion...more

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Expanded Civil Jurisdiction of the Virginia Court of Appeals

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Effective January 1, 2022, appellate options in Virginia’s state courts are increasing with an expansion of the jurisdiction of the Court of Appeals of Virginia. Generally, the Court of Appeals will hear all appeals involving...more

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Expanding Pro Bono Appellate Services | Mike Truesdale | Texas Appellate Law Podcast

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Although Texas has more than 100,000 licensed attorneys, many of its residents’ legal needs remain unmet. This is particularly true in appellate courts, where fewer attorneys practice. Luckily, Texas lawyers, judges, and bar...more

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Original Proceedings and Emergency Relief in the Courts of Appeals | Kirk Cooper | Texas Appellate Law Podcast

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The inner workings of courts of appeals are sometimes hard to understand from the outside. Staff attorneys play a critical role in screening cases, assisting the justices, and helping the court handle its workload. This week,...more

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Protecting the Unhoused: Proskauer Files Amicus Brief on Behalf of the Coalition for the Homeless

In a major victory for unhoused New Yorkers, the New York Court of Appeals recently adopted the analysis of an amicus brief that was filed by Proskauer on behalf of the Coalition for the Homeless. The amicus brief supported...more

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[Webinar] Scattershooting From The Bench: Thoughts On Appellate Advocacy - October 19th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm CT

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Crisp, cogent legal writing is the hallmark of an excellent lawyer. What do judges look for when they read briefs? What do they like and dislike? How can you make your writing more persuasive? Join us to learn answers to...more

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Latest Federal Court Cases - February 2019 #4

Coda Development S.R.O. v. Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co., Appeal No. 2018-1028 (Fed. Cir. Feb. 22, 2019) In an appeal from a district court dismissal of a case seeking correction of inventorship, the Federal Circuit reversed...more

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Risk Management Lawyers Rejoice as Clear Scope of Representation Defeats Malpractice Claim

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In Attallah v. Milbank, Tweed, Hadley & McCloy, LLP, 2019 WL 362266, the Supreme Court of New York's Appellate Division upheld the dismissal of a legal malpractice and breach of fiduciary duty case against a law firm on the...more

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Eastern District of California Adopts Broad Approach to Screening

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In deciding a disqualification motion based on a conflict of interest resulting from a lateral hire, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California recently adopted a screening-friendly approach in National...more

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